Job summary Rotational Clinical/Rotational Specialist Pharmacist - Peterborough Are you looking for the next step in your pharmacy career? We have an opportunity to join our rotational pharmacist team on our band 6 and band 7 pathway. You will work as part of the multidisciplinary team in the hospital where you will be involved in the delivery of a variety of clinical and core services provided by the pharmacy department. The pharmacy department at North West Anglia Foundation Trust are keen to create an environment in which we are able to nurture and grow our own talent. With this objective in mind we have developed a progression programme which supports the progression of our Rotational band 6 pharmacists into band 7 posts. This is implemented through a structured competency programme which band 6 pharmacists can enrol on enabling their progression to Rotational band 7 without the need for additional recruitment process, if the requirements of the programme are met. You will be expected to participate in the in-house training and the competency assessment programme. The opportunity to study for the Post Graduate Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice and Non Medical Prescribing is also available to a successful candidate. Please state what grade you are applying for. This post attracts the Trust welcome bonus of £1000 Main duties of the job Duties will include a ward pharmacist role to an assigned ward, dispensary work, medicines information, aseptic services and provision of pharmaceutical services to external community sites, therefore the ability to drive within the locality is essential. You will be expected to participate in the in-house training and the competency assessment programme. The opportunity to study for the Post Graduate Diploma in General Pharmacy Practice is also available to a successful full-time candidate. About us We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area. As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including: Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff); Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme: Flexible working opportunities; Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays; Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role; Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment; Access to our in-house physiotherapy service; On-site canteens offering subsidised meals; Subsidised staff parking (currently free); Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community. Date posted 28 October 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £52,809 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 176-F-6733825 Job locations Peterborough City Hospital Peterborough PE3 9GZ Job description Job responsibilities If you are interested in this position then please read the full Job Description that is attached to this vacancy. Job description Job responsibilities If you are interested in this position then please read the full Job Description that is attached to this vacancy. Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Pharmacy degree from recognised university Registration (or eligible for registration) with General Pharmaceutical Council with registration maintained during entire period of employment Commitment to continuing professional development Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent (for Band 7) Desirable Non-Medical Precribing qualification (for band 7) Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent Experience Essential Demonstrable evidence of competence in post-registration clinical pharmacy practice e.g. clinical ward activity (for band 7) Proven experience in audit work - data collection and presentation (for band 7) Demonstrate understanding of the principals of medicines optimisation (for band 7) Experience of clinical pharmacy services in a range of specialties/settings (for band 7) Desirable Demonstrate understanding of the principals of medicines optimisation Experience of ward and clinical pharmacy services in a range of specialties/settings Demonstrate team work (inter/intra-departmental) Demonstrable evidence of competence in chemotherapy / parenteral nutrition, homecare or equivalent community experience (for band 7) Experience in mentoring/supervising (for band 7) Experience in delivering education and training (for band 7) Knowledge Essential Computer literate (Microsoft Office - Word, PowerPoint, Excel) Desirable Knowledge of Clinical audit / Drug Use Review projects Skills Essential Clarity in English Good customer care skills Ability to work independently or as part of a team Communicates well with good listening skills Good written skills Ability to prioritise workload effectively with good time management Desirable Good presentation skills Clinical Pharmacy Skills Disposition Essential Ability to remain calm and work effectively under pressure and to deadlines Ability and willingness to work as part of a team Reliable and adaptable Caring and Compassionate Open/Reflective/Warm/Respectful Enthusiastic to improve and develop Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Pharmacy degree from recognised university Registration (or eligible for registration) with General Pharmaceutical Council with registration maintained during entire period of employment Commitment to continuing professional development Certificate in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent (for Band 7) Desirable Non-Medical Precribing qualification (for band 7) Diploma in Clinical Pharmacy or equivalent Experience Essential Demonstrable evidence of competence in post-registration clinical pharmacy practice e.g. clinical ward activity (for band 7) Proven experience in audit work - data collection and presentation (for band 7) Demonstrate understanding of the principals of medicines optimisation (for band 7) Experience of clinical pharmacy services in a range of specialties/settings (for band 7) Desirable Demonstrate understanding of the principals of medicines optimisation Experience of ward and clinical pharmacy services in a range of specialties/settings Demonstrate team work (inter/intra-departmental) Demonstrable evidence of competence in chemotherapy / parenteral nutrition, homecare or equivalent community experience (for band 7) Experience in mentoring/supervising (for band 7) Experience in delivering education and training (for band 7) Knowledge Essential Computer literate (Microsoft Office - Word, PowerPoint, Excel) Desirable Knowledge of Clinical audit / Drug Use Review projects Skills Essential Clarity in English Good customer care skills Ability to work independently or as part of a team Communicates well with good listening skills Good written skills Ability to prioritise workload effectively with good time management Desirable Good presentation skills Clinical Pharmacy Skills Disposition Essential Ability to remain calm and work effectively under pressure and to deadlines Ability and willingness to work as part of a team Reliable and adaptable Caring and Compassionate Open/Reflective/Warm/Respectful Enthusiastic to improve and develop Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Address Peterborough City Hospital Peterborough PE3 9GZ Employer's website https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)